Fabrizio Romano explains Marc Guehi’s most likely next step amid Liverpool interest

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That is exactly why Liverpool made a strong push for him on deadline day last summer.Last week, Palace manager Oliver Glasner confirmed that Guehi has no plans to sign a new contract with the club.Now, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has clarified the situation surrounding the defender’s future and Liverpool’s position, given that his current contract extends until the summer of 2026.Marc Guehi expected to leave on a free transferPhoto by Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty ImagesIf Liverpool had been able to get a deal for Marc Guehi over the line, there is little doubt he would be starting by now. While that remains a possibility, Romano believes it is far more likely that any move will happen next summer.“There is now the official confirmation from Oliver Glasner, Marc Guehi has decided and communicated to Crystal Palace that he’s not going to sign a new contract with the club.

That’s the feeling for Guehi. We never know what can happen in January, but the intention is to go on a free.“Liverpool are still interested in Marc Guehi, but they are not the only club.

Liverpool and Guehi was a done deal on deadline day but then it collapsed. So, we have to see what will happen,” concluded Romano on his YouTube channel.Liverpool need January defensive reinforcementThere will likely be plenty of suitors for Guehi if he moves on next summer, but Liverpool may not have the luxury of waiting that long.Arne Slot has so far shown little faith in Joe Gomez this season, though circumstances may soon force a change in approach.Konate cannot play every match, and with Gomez the only real backup option, it is a fine line to walk.READ MORE: ‘Petrified’ Liverpool star slammed by club legend following poor display against Man UtdNeither player has a strong history of staying fit, and any injury before January could seriously hurt Liverpool’s hopes of competing for trophies this season.The Reds must act early in the transfer window to ease that burden.